The Department of Information Technology at JIMS, Rohini, successfully organized its 11th Annual InfoTech Symposium, TechnoWhiz 2026, on April 11, 2026. The symposium was centered around the theme “Shaping Cyber Ready Technocrats”, highlighting the growing need for cybersecurity awareness, resilience, and preparedness in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. The event was supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, and the Computer Society of India – Delhi Chapter.
The day commenced with the registration session at 9:00 am, which saw enthusiastic participation from students. A total of 226 students from JIMS and 7 students from other institutions registered for the event. The inaugural session began with an engaging ice-breaking activity followed by a soulful Saraswati Vandana. The audience was warmly welcomed by Dr. Praveen Arora, Patron of the event and Principal of IPU-affiliated programs at JIMS.
The symposium featured a series of insightful technical sessions delivered by eminent speakers:
- Mr. Rajneesh Gupta, IPS, Guest of Honor and Joint CP/IFSO, Special Cell, Delhi Police, spoke on the evolving landscape of cybercrime and emphasized the importance of cyber vigilance and responsible digital behavior.
- Dr. Alok Vijayant, Founder of SciRoIT Technologies and former Director of Cyber Security Operations, Government of India, shared valuable insights on cybersecurity challenges, emerging threats, and career opportunities in the domain.
- Dr. Rakshit Tandon, Consultant on Cyber Crimes, HQ, UP Police, and Risk Advisory Cyber Detect and Respond Leader, presented real-life cybercrime case studies and highlighted preventive measures and safe digital practices.
- Mr. Ashish Chandra, Chief Legal and Risk Officer at Junglee India and General Counsel for WhatsApp and CoinSwitch, discussed the legal and regulatory dimensions of cybersecurity, focusing on data privacy, compliance, and risk management.
A significant highlight of the event was the release of the Annual IT Department Magazine – Echelon, which showcases the academic achievements, research contributions, and creative insights of students and faculty. All contributors of Echelon and coordinators were felicitated with mementos as a token of appreciation for their involvement and contribution.
The sessions provided a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity from technical, legal, and practical perspectives, while also offering students an opportunity to interact with industry experts and gain valuable career guidance.
The symposium concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Shivani Vats, Convener of TechnoWhiz 2026, who expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the distinguished speakers, supporting organizations, faculty members, and student volunteers for their collective efforts in making the event a grand success.
TechnoWhiz 2026 proved to be a highly enriching platform that brought together academia, industry leaders, and law enforcement professionals under one roof. The event successfully inspired students to become cyber-aware and responsible technocrats, further strengthening JIMS’s commitment to fostering innovation, knowledge-sharing, and industry-academia collaboration.